Ashburn Chiropractic Nutrition Plan for Osteoporosis & Osteoarthritis

08/20/2019

Nutrition. Good nutrition is a good foundation for a healthy
body. In this Ashburn chiropractic practice, we consult with patients who have
conditions like osteoporosis and osteoarthritis that develop over
time. Their potential prevention and treatment are foundationally rooted
in early-life nutrition practices that are supported
and/or enhanced throughout life. Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn shares
new research on the significance of vitamins A, C
and D as well as glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate for bones
and joints and overall health.

Optimal nutrition status protects the body and
keeps it strong and healthy. Research has shown the advantages
of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate in slowing osteoarthritis of the knee.
Researchers now plan to explore how nutrients, vitamins,
antioxidants and other natural components in a normal diet may be beneficial.
(1)Optimal bone and cartilage metabolism defends against
issues like osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) controls
bone and cartilage metabolism at the cellular level – even into the nucleus of
the cell – of osteoblasts and chondrocytes.(2) The metabolism of articular
cartilage relies on chondroprotectors (CPs) that influence
the regeneration of cartilage surfaces and joint capsules. In osteoarthritis and
low back pain, loss of chondroitin sulfate and hyaline cartilage is seen.
Some approaches to remedy this situation included
injections of CPs. (3) Other methods involved
oral supplementation as diet is not often a basis for these CPs.
Oral supplementation is also a preferred way to improve
vitamin D levels as low levels of vitamin D are known to contribute to issues
like osteoporosis, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, some cancer
types, and overweight/obese status.Vitamin D is key, but its
natural sources like fatty fish and eggs are not typically part
of most people’s daily diets. In Spain, at least half
of the population is lacking vitamin D. Researchers suggested
that Spain find a way to encourage people to eat eggs to reduce
the vitamin D deficiency and ward off future
diseases. (4) It is particularly important
for those who have a combination of issues - osteoporosis, vitamin D
deficiency and high fracture/fall risk – to continue
their supplementation of vitamin D. (5) Feeding yourself goes so much further
than feeding your stomach and satisfying
your taste buds! The food you eat and the supplements you ingest
keep your body performing, healthy and strong.

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Our practice at Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn focuses on chiropractic wellness as well as relief of pain, particularly spine pain and its related conditions. We provide comprehensive care for back pain, neck pain, headaches, shoulder pain, arm pain, leg pain, and injuries to the body from a car accident, sports injury or other causes. Our chiropractic practice respectfully serves the Ashburn area. We have been serving the area since 1993, over 25 years in the Fairfax and Loudoun Counties. We pride ourselves on being patient-oriented and responsive to your needs be they about insurance filing or appointment making or your health and healing. We provide individualized treatment plans to meet your specific needs. We also serve the Virginia, Maryland, Washington D.C and Pennsylvania areas. We greatly appreciate all of you who have chosen Poulin Chiropractic and drive from afar for your quality chiropractic care!